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Oranian

adjective
Oran·​ian | \ ōˈränēən\

Definition of Oranian

: of or relating to an Upper Paleolithic culture of western Algeria and Morocco typified by tiny crescent-backed blades

History and Etymology for Oranian

Oran, seaport and department in northwestern Algeria + English -ian

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